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Job Description
Job Summary: We are seeking a Procurement Manager to develop and manage the Service's Procurement section, ensuring procurement activities are conducted in line with legislation and regulations, while securing value for money.
Key Responsibilities:
- Develop and manage the Procurement section to provide an excellent service to Avista Support Services and its stakeholders.
- Ensure procurement activities are conducted in line with legislation and regulations governing public procurement and in support of business objectives.
- Establish and develop the procurement function within the Service.
- Ensure adherence to procurement processes and procedures.
Requirements:
- A relevant level 8 third level qualification (business, procurement and/or operational management).
- A relevant Procurement Qualification such as Diploma or Certificate in Public Procurement or equivalent.
- Full Clean Driving License.
Experience:
- A minimum of five years' experience in both public and private sector operating in a commercial, purchasing and/or procurement capacity.
- A minimum of five years senior management experience in a health and social care/healthcare operations role within a voluntary organisation.
- Public Procurement & Official Journal of the European Community (OJEU) tendering experience.
- CIPS or a specific PP qualification would be advantageous.
- A record of extensive administrative experience.
- Expertise in Data Analytics/Informatics.
- Excellent knowledge of Data Protection and forthcoming GDPR Legislation.
- Experience of working within a complex organisation with multi-disciplinary staff.
Why work with us?
- Excellent Career Progression Opportunities.
- Supportive and innovative working environment.
- Comprehensive Pension Scheme.
- Generous annual leave entitlement.
- Free onsite car parking.
- Paid Maternity Leave & Sick Pay scheme.
- Bike to work Scheme.
- Tax Saver Travel Scheme.
How to Apply: Please submit a Cover letter and CV as application via our website careers section at: https://www.rezoomo.com/company/avista/
Informal Enquiries: Sarah Jane Dillon, Director of Governance, Strategy and Planning, Tel: 087 171 0710, Email: sarahjane.dillon@avistaclg.ie
Closing Date: 31st October 2024
Equal Opportunities Employer: Avista is an equal opportunities employer.